Lever Action Rifle Reload Fix
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #73 of 103 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Hi there, at this point in time, this mod is redundant. With the release of shavkacagarikia's Bullet Counted Reload System, I'd highly recommend using that instead. It requires F4SE, however, it is damn flawless. Go give shav some love and support and use his mod! You can download it here.
This mod fixes that annoying problem that exists with the Lever Action Rifle. No matter how many bullets you have shot, the player always seems to reload the same amount. This mod fixes that.
Using a script which allows for animation switching on the fly, the reload has finally been fixed. Please note that I have only included animations for 1st person.
Yea ok it might not be perfect but it's definitely close and should hopefully spark something within the community!
If you encounter any issues just let me know and I'll be sure to try and fix them with kinggath!
Also stay tuned for some goodies. Guide is here! Go check it out!
Also go and check out my M1014 mod. It now includes the same fix allowing proper shell loaded shotguns!
This would not have been possible without some amazing people. Like seriously if it wasn't for them this mod wouldn't be a thing. So make sure you go and check out both kinggath and Haru.
Honestly like go and praise the absolute hell out of kinggath. Without his scripting abilities I wouldn't have made it past the idea stage of this mod. He has helped me create this amazing fix but has also created an amazing mod of his own. Go check out his Salvage Beacons mod because alongside this fix, it makes the game a lot better. Be sure to go and give him some kudos!
And finally the main man Haru, or blackxteel as he is known on the nexus. Without him these animations wouldn't be a thing. His work on the animations are incredible and the amount of time and care he takes with his work is incredible. Go check him out as well. He has been a great help to the community with all of the animations he has made. Be sure to go and give him some kudos!
Update Notes-
Version 3. 1-
-Scripts and animations now included in a .ba2 package
-Script streamlined a bit more
-Added support for the longer barrel mods. Supports up to 8 rounds. No new animations though.
-No longer edits any vanilla files. Should be near enough compatible with everything.
Version 3. 0-
-Fixed more bugs
-Streamlined the script
This bug fix mod for Fallout 4 addresses the tedious reload animation of the Lever Action Rifle, which loads five bullets at once. It provides a corrected reload sequence, making the weapon more practical. With over 7,000 endorsements, it's a popular quality-of-life improvement for players who use this weapon.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved fix with 7,251 endorsements and over 231k downloads.
- Solves a genuinely annoying issue for Lever Action Rifle users.
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016—may not be compatible with the latest Fallout 4 patches or DLC.
- Only affects the Lever Action Rifle; useless if you don't use that weapon.
For Fallout 4 players who love the Lever Action Rifle but hate the clunky reload animation. If you're a gunslinger build or just enjoy using that weapon, this is a must-have. Skip if you rarely use the Lever Action Rifle or prefer gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Install with a mod manager like Nexus Mod Manager or Vortex for easy management.
- If you're on PC, make sure to enable mods in your Fallout 4 ini files (bEnableFileSelection=1).
- Load order doesn't matter much for a simple mesh/animation fix, but place it after any weapon overhaul mods to ensure it takes effect.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- ajhakra
- Version
- 3.1
- Downloads
- 231,546
- Endorsements
- 7,251
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 12/6/2016
- Updated
- 12/25/2016
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